Readers’ Poll: Construction Hiring Challenges Driven by Lack of Skilled Candidates

Nearly 7 in 10 construction firms report that finding experienced workers is their biggest hiring obstacle heading into 2026. The skilled labor shortage continues to be a critical challenge for companies trying to staff their projects and grow their operations.

69% of respondents said a lack of experienced candidates was driving their hiring challenges in 2026.

This story was originally published by Equipment World.